Integrated Defense Systems and Services (IDSS), a business unit of DRS Technologies, Inc. is a best-in-class developer of advanced electronic systems and other military technologies to support the warfighter and peacekeeper. Headquartered in Rockville, Md., the company is composed of seven lines of business with annual revenues of $1.3 billion. Our more than 3,700 employees around the globe include a number of committed IDSS staff working side-by-side in theater with American and Allied soldiers. IDSS provides products, services and systems integration in the areas of intelligence and sensor technologies, security, cyber, sonar, communications, electronic warfare, training systems, satellite communications, avionics, control systems and unmanned technologies. For additional information on IDSS, please visit our website at www.drs.com .

Position Summary
The successful candidate will be able to apply their telecommunication skills in a team environment through the design and implementation of telecommunications systems and networks for the Intelligence Information Warfare Directorate (I2WD), Program Management RITE Office. The candidate will be involved in network design, evaluating and designing terrestrial and space-based communications paths and architectures, assist in the preparation of drawings and technical reports and participate in technical meetings with customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical support for complex design, test and evaluation, integration, and analysis of TCP/IP-based LAN/MAN/WAN networks using a variety of cabled and wireless media

Quantitatively analyze the effectiveness of Wi-Fi and WiMAX and 3G cellular protocols and implementations using signal analysis equipment

Use TCP/IP stack protocol analyzers to troubleshoot link state issues

Use test plans and procedures as part of the systems engineering process to ensure performance goals are met

Exercise independent thinking, creativity, and initiative in the performance of these duties

Basic Qualifications (including education and years of experience required)

Must possess experience in communications software, hardware or networks

Technical experience in the design and implementation of communications systems

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate technical topics to clients, team members and management

Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure

Strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills

Must possess at a minimum active secret clearance with eligibility to hold a TS SCI level clearance

Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

CCNA or higher equivalent preferred

Thorough knowledge of network system architecture and system implementation